Electricians Need Not Apply

Who needs an expensive electrician when wiring a light is so darn simple? Just stick the bare wires in to the plug and you’re done!Courtesy: The American Society of Home Inspectors

Wrenched

Inspector John Limongello found this two-foot long wrench balanced precariously above two double hung windows where it could have easily fallen and delivered a bolt-size bruise to any unsuspecting occupant!

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You Say Potato, I Say Gas Line Cap

This potato was being used as a gas line cap for an active gas line. Note that it did try to sprout.Courtesy: American Society of Home Inspectors

Too Close for Comfort

When the owners of this one-year-old, slab on grade townhouse complained of high humidity problems, the answer was one short step away. Note the 4” inch clearance between the siding and the grade where water and snow could easily drive up into the home.

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3-2-1 Blast Off!

Here’s one way to make sure your water heater explodes before ever tripping its pressure relief valve. This homeowner decided he would fix his dripping valve one way or another.

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Electrical Drain

Inspector Jim Breckenridge found this electric panel was found under a sink, so it could be kept nice and clean (and wet!).